Staff Accountant, Capital

100 Miami University; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University is seeking a Staff Accountant in the Capital Department to provide accounting services within General Accounting. The role supports management of fixed assets and debt accounting, preparing journal entries and reports, and aiding in monthly and annual close and audits.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or General Business, with CPA or CPA-eligibility preferred. Strong Excel skills and knowledge of GAAP are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or General Business is required.
• Proficiency in GAAP and accrual-based accounting is expected.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to communicate clearly are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly and year-end close of the general ledger.
• Create, record and approve journal entries.
• Track capital expenditures with Fixed Assets team and capitalize expenses as approved.
• Perform physical inspection of University assets annually.
• Manage leases and lease entries under accounting guidance.
• Process procurement invoices related to capital projects.
• Assist with footnote disclosures for the annual audit.
• Record transactions related to bonds and debt with Sr. Accountant.

Skills

Excel

GAAP

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or General Business

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Title

Staff Accountant, Capital Department

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

$50,000

Position Salary Maximum

$60,000

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-09-14

Job Description Summary

Provides accounting services as a member of General Accounting.

Job Description

The Staff Accountant, Capital provides accounting services as a part of General Accounting supporting management of physical fixed assets and debt accounting. Prepares journal entries and various reports for the University. Actively involved in the monthly and annual close of the general ledger and providing support to the University audit. Prepares accurate and timely general ledger account reconciliation each month.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform monthly and year-end close of the general ledger.
• Create, record and approve various journal entries.
• Work closely with the Sr. Accountant, Fixed Assets to track and update capital expenditures during the year and capitalize expenses as approved.
• Perform a physical inspection of University assets on an annual basis.
• Track University leases (lessee and lessor) and prepare annual journal entries in accordance with lease accounting guidance.
• Set up and monitor University projects.
• Process procurement invoices related to capital projects.
• Assist with the preparation of footnote disclosures for the annual audit.
• Work closely with the Sr. Accountant, Fixed Assets to track and record transactions related to University bonds and debt.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or General Business

Preferred Qualifications

• Active CPA license, or have met qualifications to sit for CPA exam
• Experience with ERP software system(s)
• Experience with fund accounting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficient with Excel (logic formulas, V/H Lookups, pivot tables, etc.) and other analytical software Excellent communication (verbal and written), analytical, time management and organizational skills Knowledge of GAAP and accrual based accounting Ability to work independently and within constraints of deadlines

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Working knowledge of FASB and/or GASB guidance

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Must be within a drivable distance to Oxford, OH.

Required Application Documents

Resume

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Must be within drivable distance to Oxford, OH.

Additional Information

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